Mayday
Humleridderne Lyrics
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Der er fjorten da' til payday
Derfor sidder jeg i en lille rusten Lada
Sammen med min faster, ja resten af familien
Vi på vej op til bondegården, op ved Gilleleje ja...
In the song "Mayday" by Humleridderne, the singer begins by calling out for help, using the distress signal "Mayday" which is commonly used in emergency situations. However, the problem at hand is not an emergency but rather a financial one. The singer explains that there are only fourteen days until payday and finds himself riding in a rundown Lada with his aunt and the rest of his family. They are on their way to a farm in Gilleleje to perhaps make some extra money or to simply save on expenses.
The lyrics of the song depict the struggles of the working class and their reliance on payment at the end of the month. The mood of the song is slightly melancholic as the singer is unsure of how he will make ends meet before payday. However, through the struggles that the singer faces, there is a silver lining in the fact that he is surrounded by his family and has the support of those closest to him.
Overall, "Mayday" is a relatable song that captures the hardships of everyday life and the importance of family in times of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Mayday, Mayday
This is an urgent call for help and assistance.
Der er fjorten da' til payday
There are fourteen days left until payday when we will receive our salary.
Derfor sidder jeg i en lille rusten Lada
Thus, I sit in a small, rusty Lada car.
Sammen med min faster, ja resten af familien
Accompanied by my aunt and the rest of my family.
Vi på vej op til bondegården, op ved Gilleleje ja...
We are on our way to the farm, up near Gilleleje.
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